Strong leadership is rarely the result of a straight line. More often, it’s shaped by unexpected pivots, early influences, and mentors who create space for growth.

In this episode of the AGRIMINDS Podcast, Kacee Bohle is joined by Adam Walters of Tosh Farms for a thoughtful conversation on leadership development, culture, and what it takes to grow into responsibility over time.

Adam shares how a sports injury early in his career altered his original path—and how the discipline, structure, and team mindset developed through athletics became foundational to his leadership approach. What began as an unplanned role in agriculture evolved into a long-term calling, shaped by hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and leaders who allowed room to learn through doing—even when outcomes didn’t go according to plan.

Together, Kacee and Adam explore leadership principles that have guided his growth, including intentional training, clear expectations, strengths-based development, and accountability built on trust rather than control. The conversation also highlights the importance of mentorship—particularly leaders who give people the confidence to take ownership, learn from mistakes, and grow without fear of failure.

The episode also addresses self-leadership under pressure, including managing stress, maintaining perspective, and continuing personal growth while carrying significant responsibility.

This episode is especially relevant for leaders who:

• Have taken a non-traditional or unexpected path into leadership
• Want to develop people through experience, not just instruction
• Value mentorship, trust, and long-term growth over quick fixes
• Are committed to building strong cultures through clarity and consistency

About the Guest
Adam Walters leads wean-to-finish operations at Tosh Farms and brings nearly two decades of experience in leadership, team development, and operational excellence within agriculture.